Financial Services Manager

Company: Opus People Solutions Ltd
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Opus People Solutions are recruiting for a Financial Services Manager on behalf of a Local Authority client in Worcestershire.

37 hours per week

Hybrid working (1 day onsite per week)

6-month contract

We’re looking for an experienced Local Government finance professional to lead Financial Services across a shared service arrangement supporting two councils.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading Finance, Payroll, Exchequer and Insurance teams
  • Budget setting, financial planning and performance reporting
  • Treasury management and capital programme oversight
  • Supporting statutory accounts and year-end closedown
  • Providing strategic financial advice to senior leaders and elected members
  • Driving financial governance, risk management and service improvement

You’ll ideally be CIPFA/CCAB qualified with strong Local Government experience, including budget management, treasury, statutory accounts and finance leadership.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role within a forward-thinking Local Authority and make an immediate impact during a pivotal period.

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Posted: October 15th, 2026